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No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake

No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake for Effortless Bliss

A refreshing and easy dessert combining layers of berries and creamy filling, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 1 box Graham Crackers Can substitute with vanilla wafers.
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Feel free to swap with any fresh berries.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Blackberries or raspberries also work wonders.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Consider low-fat or non-dairy alternatives.
  • 1 package Vanilla Instant Pudding Can substitute with cheesecake or coconut-flavored pudding.
  • 2 cups Cold Milk Whole or low-fat milk can be used.
  • 1.5 cups Cool Whip Or use homemade whipped cream.
For the Final Touch
  • 0.5 cup White Chocolate Chips Optional for drizzling.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • 9×13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 oz of softened cream cheese and a 3.4 oz package of vanilla instant pudding mix together until well blended.
  2. Gradually pour in 2 cups of cold milk, continuing to mix for another 2-3 minutes until creamy and thick.
  3. Gently fold in 1 ½ cups of Cool Whip into the pudding mixture with a spatula.
  4. Spread a thin layer of the reserved Cool Whip at the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Place a single layer of graham crackers over the Cool Whip in the pan, then press lightly.
  6. Spread a generous layer of the creamy pudding mixture over the graham crackers, followed by a layer of fresh strawberries and blueberries.
  7. Repeat the layering process to have a total of three layers.
  8. After your final layer of berries, cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  9. Once chilled, melt ½ cup of white chocolate chips and drizzle over the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened and mix milk gradually to prevent lumps. Ideal to chill overnight for best texture and flavor.

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